Finding two plain pillows that matched my outdoor cushions was a stroke of luck. Even better was their unexpected sale price. And, since my sewing machine is still broken, I couldn't sew my own. However, the plain pillows weren't too exciting. Looking at my craft supplies, I found two different kinds of burlap and some twine. With the help of some liquid stitch, I layered the burlap on one side of the pillow, for a quick and easy upgrade. The final touch was the addition of a twine bow, which I think is really sweet. The cost of these pillows with the upgrades would have been at least, three or four times what I paid for them.
They look great on the bench that I recently painted. See how I achieved the whitewashed look here.
They also look pretty layered with the print pillows and cushions on the chairs around my fire pit. I'm sure I will move them around, as the mood strikes me this summer.
So, buy the inexpensive, plain pillows and upgrade them with all kinds of fun embellishments. No sewing required - just your creativity :-)
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Such an easy upgrade and so effective!
ReplyDeleteGood Job! What a sweet a simple idea. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
~Liz
P.S. Love your blog!
What a great idea. They look darling!
ReplyDeleteVery nice!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea! I love all the new burlap ribbons that are available. This gives me an idea for our porch!
ReplyDeleteAdorable - and so easy. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThose are adorbs!
ReplyDeleteGreat solution, Vicki. Love how they work with the printed pillows too.
ReplyDeleteYour pillows look great! I bought a roll of burlap ribbon last fall, and I love finding new uses for it. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference the burlap makes on a plain pillow:) Have a blessed day dear friend, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteThose are very, very cute! Saw you at Rooted in Thyme :D
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Nicole
http://coleyscraftingcorner.blogspot.com/2013/06/kitchen-upgrade.html
Hey there, great easy attractive fix-up on your pillows. They look so nice, such a simple thing but so effective.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I agree that this would look nice on printed pillows, too. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteHis blessings,
Kim @ Curtain Queen
Love these! Especially since they are "no sew". Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.
ReplyDeleteSince I don't hardly sew, these are perfect for me. Love how summery they are.
ReplyDeleteI love your updated pillows!
ReplyDeleteI love the look and this is such a creative idea. Thanks tons for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteLove the touch of burlap! Looks terrific - I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
ReplyDeleteKathy
Very nice.
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining Home Sweet Home.
Sherry
I love your pillows! Such an easy upgrade! I would love for you to share this on my weekly link party Blog Stalking Thursday. Thanks for the inspiration!
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